School News

By Sarah Yi (Correspondent) For the first time at Sharon High School, all MCAS assessments will be taken on computers. Many students and faculty members agree that computer-based assessments give easier access to students’ scores and results.

By: Emma Botelho (Correspondent) Technology is a booming concept for teenagers and every day teens spend countless hours on their devices. Technology is now being incorporated into learning environments.

By: Mikey Holzman (Correspondent) Financial independence is a rapidly approaching prospect for many high schoolers, which brings with it an onslaught of new tasks and responsibilities. Many of these are not self-explanatory and must be taught by someone who has experience, such as balancing a budget. A majority of public school systems nationwide have chosen not to offer life skills classes to their students, which would incorporate financial literacy units and lessons.

By: Mikey Holzman (Correspondent) A new face was introduced to the Sharon High School community on Monday, October 29th, and his name is Mr. Shaun Jeffery. Based upon past experience interacting and aiding youth to overcome challenges and be their best selves, Jeffery was chosen for the newly made position of “campus safety monitor”.

By: Anabelle Keimach (Correspondent) Each fall ten Chinese exchange students come to study at Sharon High School, but this year they have been denied visas, and their opportunity to come study in the United States is in jeopardy.

By: Sarah Hirschorn (Online Co-Editor in Chief) New staff positions are being created for the 2018-2019 school year. Such as the new Campus Safety Monitor. The Campus Safety Monitor, a position that is soon to be filled, will take on an important role in the hallways, cafeteria, and administration.